Which is NOT true about viruses?
A)They consist of a nucleic acid surrounded by a carbohydrate shell.
B)They require a host cell in order to reproduce themselves.
C)They may reside in a host cell for years without killing it.
D)They may cause a host cell to become cancerous.
E)They may have genetic information in the form of RNA.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Viruses consist of a nucleic acid (either DNA or RNA) surrounded by a protein coat, sometimes with an additional lipid envelope. The protein coat is not a carbohydrate shell.

Which Is NOT True About Viruses